Research Grants
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Evolution and diversification of the genus Airampoa Frič: a phylogenetic, morphological and cytogenetic approach (Opuntioideae–Cactaceae)
Project summary:
This project will, for the first time, provide an integrative understanding of the genus Airampoa, maintain living collections in the cactus greenhouse (https://cactus.imbiv.conicet.unc.edu.ar/), and review Argentine herbaria to increase population representation. It also represents the first comprehensive approach to the genus combining morphological, cytogenetic, and molecular perspectives, supported by a solid research team with demonstrated expertise.
First Name:
Maria Laura
Highest degree:
Ph.D.
Year obtained:
2009
Applicant Status:
Other
Argentina
Flowering plants
Relevant publications (minimum 1, maximum 4):
2019. Las Peñas, M. L.; Kiesling, R. & Bernardello, G. Phylogenetic reconstruction of the genus Tephrocactus (Cactaceae) based on molecular, morphological, and cytogenetical data. Taxon 68: 714-730.
2020. Las Peñas, M. L. & Bernardello, G. Divergence time estimation and mapping of morphological and cytogenetical data in the southern South American geophyte genus Pterocactus (Cactaceae). Taxon 70 (3): 552–569.
2024. Las Peñas M. L., Bauk, K.; Rossi, N. & Bernardello, G. Correlations among chromosome numbers, nuclear DNA contents, and climatic variables of South American Cactaceae in a phylogenetic context. Biological Journal of the Linnean Society 141, 87–101.
2025. Kiesling R., Las Peñas M.L., Oakley L. The validity of the genus Airampoa Frič (Cactaceae, Opuntioideae) and designation of a neotype. Bradleya 43/2025.
Scoring Rubric
Your name:
c1. Scientific Merit
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Scientific impact of the study in the proposed taxonomic group or the flora and funga of a geographic region – up to 10 points
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Contribution to the generation of novel systematic/taxonomic/floristic data – up to 5 points
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Quality and significance of questions being addressed – up to 10 points
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Adequacy of methods for testing the research question (data collection/analysis/use of different tools) – up to 10 points
This proposal scores:
/35
C2. Community Building
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Applicant’s potential for completing goals of the proposal within the time frame, and of professional success (based on CV, considering career stage) – up to 10 points
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Explicit inclusion of (a) the use and generation of collections, and (b) conferring with taxonomic/nomenclatural experts – up to 10 points
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Perceived need where more points are given for applicants from low- or middle-income countries – up to 5 points
This proposal scores:
/25
C3. Broader Impacts
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The proposal will yield durable benefits and be disseminated through publications (e.g., taxonomic revisions, checklists, new data provided for existing databases, websites) – up to 20 points
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The proposal involves taxonomic training, fieldwork, and herbarium visits – up to 10 points
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The proposal involves outreach, mentoring, and mobility exchange – up to 10 points
This proposal scores:
/40
Applicant Details
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Previous publications
Budget (USD):
2000
Facultad de Ciencias Exactas Fisicas y Naturales, UNC
Affiliation:
Grant Assessment
Last Name:
Las Peñas
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